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Hyrox apologizes after athlete finished race after defecating on herself
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Hyrox apologizes after athlete finished race after defecating on herself

Fitness brand Hyrox has apologized after athlete Joanna Wietrzyk defecated on herself mid-race in Beijing and was allowed to finish. The incident sparked criticism, prompting Hyrox to review its protocols.

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